conflicting
adjective
con·flict·ing
kən-ˈflik-tiŋ 
: being in conflict, collision, or opposition : incompatible
conflicting theories
Examples of conflicting in a Sentence
conflicting reports from the witnesses at the scene
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For Adelstein, the defense has plenty of reasonable doubt: From evidence presented, from conflicting evidence and from a lack of evidence.
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Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 12 May 2025
The conflicting reports regarding Hudson's access to UNC Football came just over a week after the couple made headlines for an interview that turned uncomfortable on CBS Sunday Mornings on April 27.
—Natasha Dye, People.com, 10 May 2025
Until a conflicting memory arises which threatens to tear their relationships apart.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 9 May 2025
The announcement, made via Trump's Truth Social platform, followed a flurry of conflicting statements over whether the move would replace existing federal observances, such as Veterans Day.
—Dan Cody, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 May 2025
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Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 12 May 2025
The conflicting reports regarding Hudson's access to UNC Football came just over a week after the couple made headlines for an interview that turned uncomfortable on CBS Sunday Mornings on April 27.
—Natasha Dye, People.com, 10 May 2025
Until a conflicting memory arises which threatens to tear their relationships apart.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 9 May 2025
The announcement, made via Trump's Truth Social platform, followed a flurry of conflicting statements over whether the move would replace existing federal observances, such as Veterans Day.
—Dan Cody, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for conflicting
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“Conflicting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/conflicting. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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